PV Sindhu Beats Tomoka Miyazaki, Keeps Asian Games 2026 Medal Hopes Alive
PV Sindhu kept her Asian Games 2026 medal hopes alive by beating Japan’s Tomoka Miyazaki in straight games on Saturday. The Indian shuttler overcame a slow start and produced a strong attacking display to seal her place in the quarterfinals. Sindhu’s powerful forehand smashes and improved control helped her close out the match comfortably. #AsianGames2026 #Badminton PV Sindhu into the…
Indonesia's Tomoka Miyazaki fell to India's PV Sindhu in straight games on Saturday, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Asian Games 2026 tournament. Sindhu, ranked 7th in the world, overcame a sluggish start and dominated the match with powerful forehand smashes and superior control. She began the opening game strongly, moving three points ahead, and maintained her lead throughout the match.
Miyazaki made a brief resurgence in the second game, but Sindhu remained composed and fought back to secure an 11-6 lead by halftime. The Indian player sustained her momentum in the second half, clinching a straight-game victory and keeping her hopes of winning a medal alive.
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